With Spring right around the corner, we are likely to see an increase in our encounters with wildlife of all kinds. Here you can find a series of tips on what to do – and what not to do – if you come across wild animals in your backyard or around the community. It is …

Every year, thousands of pets are brought to Lollypop Farm. Some will be surrendered because their family is longer able to care for them, and others are rescued because they were abandoned or abused. But thanks to animal lovers like you, there is hope. Because of you, these pets are not forgotten and receive a …

With the New Year now here, we’re reflecting back on 2018 and all of the stories that inspired us. There are so many successes from the past year that you helped make possible. Here are just five of the things that you, a supporter and advocate for Lollypop Farm, should start off 2019 feeling SO …

Did you know that November 5th – 11th, 2018 was National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week? To celebrate, we asked our community members to help us dispel common shelter myths and help us recognize the amazing work being done to help Rochester’s pets in need. Each day of the week, we asked our online communities a …

On Saturday, September 29th Lollyop Farm is hosting the 21st Annual Walk for the Animals at Barktober Fest. Not only is it going to be a really fun day, but the funds you raise will provide shelter, veterinary services, behavior intervention and enrichment, and other forms of compassionate care for the pets in our care. …

Does your cat at home love watching birds out the window? So do cats at Lollypop Farm! If you’ve visited us recently, you may have noticed a number of new birdhouses and bird feeders around the building and grounds. Our friends at The Bird House, a local bird house/feeder and seed supply store, generously donated, installed, …

It happens in the blink of an eye. You open the door to go out and get the mail, and your pup spies a squirrel and takes off. Or you’re having a party and your cat slips out the door without anyone noticing. We want to believe that it can’t happen to us, but HomeAgain, …

Some cats brought to Lollypop Farm just aren’t the right fit for your typical home. They may have spent most of their life living primarily outdoors, have a history of house soiling or litter box avoidance issues, or feel nervous when confined in a home or apartment. But, this doesn’t mean that there isn’t a …

Before we know it warmer temperatures will be here! Soon we’ll be spending warm weather in our yards with our families and pets. As pet owners, we try to strike a balance between a beautiful lush lawn and having a safe yard for pets to enjoy. When looking for pet-friendly lawn care, be sure to …

Hi there! I’m Lilla! Maybe you’ve seen me on TV, on the internet, or even at Lollypop Farm when you’ve come to visit. You see, I’ve been here for a pretty long time. Almost 10 months! I came to the shelter because I was sick and my owners weren’t able to get me the care …

If you don’t know it’s there, you might pass right by, but behind a pavilion on the farm walk is a very special place. It’s Ripley’s Garden, a place of peace and healing for the people of Lollypop Farm. When Sharon Coates and Bruce Zaretsky, of Zaretsky and Associates, Inc., a Rochester landscape design company, …

John Santowski, a member of Boy Scout Troop 167 in Pittsford, NY, first came to Lollypop Farm to help a fellow scout with an Eagle Scout project. During that time on the farm yard, he recognized that many of the horses at Lollypop Farm need help learning to trust their riders in order to find …

When Twiggy’s family could no longer provide for her care, they knew they could count on Lollypop Farm. And even though she was blind in one eye, we knew with the help of animal lovers like you, we could give her a second chance at a happy life.

Join Lollypop Farm on Saturday, September 30th for the 20th Anniversary of the Walk for the Animals at Barktober Fest! This annual fundraising event helps provide thousands of homeless and abused pets with shelter, veterinary services, and compassionate care. Here are just 11 of the many reasons the Walk for the Animals at Barktober Fest …

Bonnie Austin has loved animals as far back as she can remember. She was first introduced to Lollypop Farm when she was just 11 years old. Bonnie came with her Girl Scout troop to learn pet CPR for their “First Aid to Animals” badge, and she has never stopped doing everything she can for pets …

Spending time at Lollypop Farm, the Humane Society of Greater Rochester, doesn’t just mean hanging out with puppies and kittens, there’s also a farm filled with animals! I was lucky enough to get to spend a day with the devoted farm staff. Walking into Lollypop Farm this day, I didn’t know what to expect. When …

Horse lovers from all over the area came to Lollypop Farm to learn more about our growing equine program at our Equine Open House and Adoption Showcase. Horses like Pumpkin, who was transferred from another rescue after a cruelty situation, showed that they’ve learned a few new tricks and can still make great companions. Pumpkin …

At Lollypop Farm, it’s not just about placing pets into new homes; it’s about supporting pet owners to create meaningful bonds with their companion pets. In addition to working with the thousands of pets in the shelter, the Lollypop Farm Behavior and Training team provide advice, private consultations, and dog training classes to people looking …

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